Senior Instrumentation Hardware Engineer

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees seeks a motivated individual to work within the Institute of Utility Security and Resilience. This role involves the design and maintenance of DAQ hardware while ensuring collaboration with engineers for seamless integration.

Candidates must possess strong technical skills and demonstrate the ability to maintain the existing systems. An inclusive work environment promotes diversity in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and organized employee.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
• Compliance with university policies.

Responsibilities

• Design, select, test, install, calibrate, and maintain DAQ hardware.
• Work with Senior Instrumentation Software Engineer for integration.
• Troubleshoot DAQ hardware in the field.

Skills

Technical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Job description

General Description

Department: Institute of Utility Security and Resilience (IUSR)

Compensation: $75,000.00 to $83,000 annually

Location: Pavement Research Unit, FDOT State Materials Office, Gainesville, FL

This position focuses on the development, design, selection, testing, installation, calibration, and maintenance of DAQ hardware (sensors, I/O devices, chassis, etc.) as part of the overall APT effort, including the HVS machines, HVS Test Tracks, and both Test Roads. The incumbent will work closely with the Senior Instrumentation Software Engineer to ensure seamless integration of the comprehensive DAQ effort and will conduct field troubleshooting of the DAQ hardware.

Responsibilities

• Design, select, test, install, calibrate, and maintain DAQ hardware for the APT effort.
• Work closely with the Senior Instrumentation Software Engineer to integrate DAQ hardware with software systems.
• Troubleshoot DAQ hardware in the field.
• Maintain existing APT DAQ hardware, including sensors and control boards.
• Coordinate the testing and calibration of sensors.
• Develop installation protocols focused on embedded sensors.
• Develop lessons‑learned documents detailing successes and failures of selected sensors, calibration procedures, and installation procedures.

Requirements

• Highly motivated and organized employee with strong technical and problem‑solving skills.
• Background check required; a credit check may also be required.
• Responsible Employee designation under Title IX, reporting any allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, or child sexual abuse.
• Compliance with Florida Statute1010.35 and university policies.

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. We do not permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status. We also do not permit retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or cooperate in investigations of alleged violations of university regulations.

Legal Statements

The holder of this position is designated as a "Responsible Employee" pursuant to their role under Title IX. The incumbent must promptly report any relevant allegations to the university’s Title IX Administrator or divisional Title IX Coordinator.